Area

1,362.6 square kilometers.

Geographic Location

Nashville, the capital of Tennessee, is situated on the Cumberland River in north-central Tennessee, with the Cumberland River running through the city.

Population

Nashville has a total population of 569,891, including 66.99% White, 25.92% African American, and 2.33% Asian residents. The population density is 438.1 inhabitants per square kilometer.

Introduction

As the second-largest city in Tennessee, Nashville is renowned for its recording and tourism industries. It serves as a major hub for healthcare, music, finance, insurance, publishing, and transportation, ranking among the top 50 freight hubs in the United States.

Economy

Nashville is one of the most economically dynamic regions in the U.S. and a diverse, vibrant commercial center. Its economic diversity spans international trade and commerce, including healthcare management, automobile and parts manufacturing, music and entertainment, and publishing.

Culture

Known as "Music City", Nashville is the birthplace of American country music and holds a leading position in the recording and creation of various music genres, gathering a large number of musicians.

Transportation

Nashville enjoys convenient transportation, with three major interstate highways, a railway system connecting 20 states, and a port that connects to the Mississippi River.

Education

Nashville is among the most educated cities in the United States, home to 18 universities and colleges with a total student population of 90,000.

Date of Sister-city Relationship Establishment:

April 18, 2007.